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Being Sharp in Health Literacy

American Nurse

This exchange fascinated me, partly because of my interest in languages, but mostly because patients with limited English proficiency face the double burdens of social and health disparities, which I feel is a nurse-sensitive issue. In other words, good health literacy equals better health.

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Validation of Electronically Administered Three-Question Health Literacy Screener and STOFHLA in Identifying Limited Health Literacy

American Nurse

Introduction LOW HEALTH LITERACY, when not identified, is associated with poor health outcomes such as unsatisfactory medication compliance, poor disease management, and increased healthcare costs. RM, 2000) Currently, there are several validated modalities to assess health literacy (e.g., Chew et al., Chew et al.,

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Health Literacy Tips: Speak Plainly, Teach Often

Nurse.com

Health literacy is key to helping everyone understand what is happening and make informed, shared decisions about health care. America’s health literacy challenge. And if all of these factors are not considered by nurses and other members of the healthcare team, then health literacy will be inadequate.

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Effective Communication Tips For Nurses

Diversity Nursing

It is critical to be a good communicator because medical errors will occur if providers aren't all on the same page about patients' diagnoses, treatment plans, etc. Some effective communication skills every Nurse should possess: VERBAL. Verbal communication is one of the most important skills in Nursing. NON-VERBAL. COMPASSION.

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What Communication Styles Mean for Nurse Leaders

Northeastern State University

In the moment, it’s key for nurses, nurse leaders and other medical professionals to communicate clearly and efficiently. Yet, good communication isn’t just important in emergencies. If an individual does not feel comfortable talking about their health, they will not get the help they need.

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Seven Steps to Become a More Culturally Sensitive Nurse

Every Nurse

It can be difficult to inform a patient or be confident about consent given when the patient primarily communicates in their mother tongue. Health Literacy A different understanding of healthcare from culture to culture also affects health literacy. What Kind of Barriers Are Created by Cultural Differences?

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How Nurses Improve Patient Education

Carlow Today & Tomorrow

Health literacy is now a major area of focus within health care. Department of Health and Human Services. A goal of the initiative is to improve people’s well-being by eliminating health disparities, achieving health equity and increasing health literacy.